1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 83 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Newport | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
